General Operations Training

The BAVIrtual Command Course is intended to give those looking to achieve promotion to Captain an introduction to the knowledge and standards required of a BAVirtual Captain. It should be used in conjunction with the other material available such as the BAV Policy document and Operations Manuals.

All BAVirtual Captains are expected to have a good general level of aviation knowledge as well as good knowledge of BAVirtual policies, processes, software and Operations Manuals, in particular the use of Merlin and Parts A, B and C.

This course consists of a series of short modules, ending with a final check flight observed by a Training Standards Captain via a screen-sharing session. During the flight you will be expected to operate the aircraft in accordance with the BAVirtual Standard Operating Procedures and checklists for the type. You will also be asked some questions to confirm you knowledge of the Operations Manuals.

This course will provide general advice and guidance as to the particular areas and sections of the manuals you should particularly note as well as some general guidance on other topics that are pertinent to the role of a BAV Captain. Your Command Training, however, is just the starting point – as a BAV Captain you should be always striving to expand and enhance your knowledge and skills.

Good luck achieving the coveted four stripes!

To gain access to the Command Course, once you have met the pre-requisites for promotion (150 hours, 100 sectors and 12 months continuous service), you should send a Private Message to your fleet Chief Pilot requesting access. You can do this via the Management page on the main website and clicking the envelope icon beneath your Chief Pilot's name: https://bavms.bavirtual.co.uk/ops/management